Washoe County Library System

Discover how Mars got its name and why it has such terrible weather. Learn how our knowledge about Mars has grown in recent years.

Tornadoes occur throughout the world, but happen most often in the United States. Read about the devastating effects of these powerful forces and find out what causes them, how they form, the difference between a waterspout and an on land tornado, and other amazing facts.

Explores the future of solar power as a source of energy, discussing the pros and cons of its use, how the Sun's energy can be harnessed, the history of their use, and how it may be used in the future.

Discover how the Sun makes life possible on our planet. Learn about how the Sun was formed and how it will change over millions of years. This book takes you across the Solar System to bring back the information you need.